All You Need To Know About Eyelash Extensions
Nowadays, eyelash extensions are light, comfortable, and of high quality. Above all, they are the perfect solution for all those people who want to enhance and intensify their eyelashes in a natural way. Eyelash extensions are placed one by one, hair by hair, and the result is voluminous and completely natural-looking eyelashes. There are various kinds of eyelash extension kits available in the market. You can choose the ones you like best and your budget.
Eyelash extensions have revolutionized half the world with its fame and appraisal! Not only for its incredible results but for the convenience of not applying the mascara again and again. We were undoubtedly one of your friends who has already tried it, and you are considering it as well?
However, before booking an appointment at the beauty salon, you should educate yourself about the good, bad, and annoying aspects of having eyelash extensions. Are you feeling a bit concerned? Read on to know all the details you need to know.
Are eyelash extensions worth it?
At the salon, unlike sticking a strip of temporary false eyelashes on the lash line, a certified eyelash extension expert applies semi-permanent eyelashes and sticks the extensions over the natural eyelashes. Because the eyelash extensions do not come in a strip, they are super customizable and look real. With proper care, they usually last from six to eight weeks until they fall off naturally, as eyelashes usually do.
Do eyelash extensions ruin your natural eyelashes?
There is not much evidence that indicates whether eyelash extensions affect the length of natural eyelashes. However, there is a small risk of developing traction alopecia, and it is when your natural eyelashes can fall as a result of frequent application of eyelash extensions. Generally, it takes years of poor application and inadequate care to damage the natural eyelashes. So, make sure your technician washes his/her hands before applying for eyelash extensions, wear a mask, use sanitary pillow covers, sterilize their tweezers, and use disposable eyelash brushes.
How do you know what size eyelash extensions to get?
So you want eyelashes like Kim Kardashian? Great, but that doesn't mean your eyes can handle them. The type of eyelashes you can get depends on the length and strength of your natural eyelashes. Using eyelash extensions that are too long or too thick for your lashes can cause long-term damage, so make sure your extensions are not too long or more viscous than your natural lashes.
If all that sounds confusing, don't panic: a certified eyelash specialist will help you make the best decision for your eyelashes, including the type of material you should get, such as faux-pas mink or synthetic silk. Mink is usually more expensive, feels softer, and looks more natural. However, some synthetics, which are customizable, can also view and feel natural and end up costing as much or more than mink.
When it comes to density, curvature, and length of your extensions, you will want to work with your specialist to determine which the best option for you is. A certified eyelash extension expert will study the shape of your face, bone structure, and natural eyelashes when helping you choose an extension.
Can I swim or shower with my eyelash extensions?
You can, but you will have to wait for at least 24 hours after your appointment to get into the swimming pool. Eyelash adhesives vary in the time it takes to dry, from 12 to 24 hours, depending on the glue your stylist uses. It is imperative that you be gentle with your eyelashes and make sure that the water does not touch them. You can bathe after the eyelashes as long as you do not wet them and don't stay in the steam for a long time.
When making your appointment, make sure the experts are qualified through the eyelash extension certification course. On the other hand, ask the salon about the ingredients in the eyelash adhesive and also if they use natural brow adhesive. If they say that the glue contains formaldehyde (an eye irritant that can cause redness, irritation and itching, swollen eyelids), cancel the appointment immediately. It is better to choose a salon that uses glues made with butyl cyanoacrylate and octyl cyanoacrylate, instead of formaldehyde, since they are less toxic to the eye area.
